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Japanese-Style Deep-Fried Shrimp

Japanese-Style Deep-Fried Shrimp

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These deep-fried shrimp are coated with crispy panko crumbs to make the easiest, tastiest deep-fried shrimp ever!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4
Calories 630 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound medium shrimp peeled (tails left on) and deveined
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup panko crumbs
  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying

Instructions
 

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Place shrimp in a bowl and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Mix flour and paprika together in a shallow bowl. Place eggs in a second bowl and panko in a third bowl.
  • Heat oil in a deep fryer or deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Dip each shrimp into flour mixture, then into egg, and finally into panko crumbs to coat.
  • Fry a few shrimp at a time in the hot oil until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels before serving.
  • Serve and enjoy!